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August 31, 1982 was the 243rd day of the year 1982, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 31, 1982 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 31, 1982, who was born and died on August 31, 1982, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 31, 1982, which were the most popular songs (ex. Abracadabra by The Steve Miller Band), movies (e.g. We of the Never Never, directed by Igor Auzins), TV series (e.g. Faerie Tale Theatre) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 31st, 1982 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 31, 1982?
- August 31, 1982: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 31, 1982: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 31, 1982?
- August 31, 1982: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 31, 1982: What famous people died on that day?
- August 31, 1982: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 31, 1982: Number 1 song on that day
- August 31, 1982: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 31, 1982: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 31, 1982: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 31, 1982: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 31, 1982?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 31, 1982?
- Who was the Pope on August 31, 1982?
What day of the week was August 31, 1982?
August 31, 1982 was a Tuesday and it was the 243rd day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 31, 1982 can also be written as 8/31/1982 in the US and as 31/8/1982 in UK and Europe.
August 31, 1982: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 31st is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 31, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 31, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 31st, 1982 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 31, 1982: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 31, 1982 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 31, 1982 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on August 31, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 06:17 pm and setting at 04:11 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 04, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Sep 03, 1982.
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Who was born on August 31, 1982?
Famous people born on August 31, 1982:
- Ardian Syaf
Indonesian comic book artist known for his work on various Marvel and DC Comics titles.
- Pepe Reina
Pepe Reina is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Serie A club Lazio.
- Ian Crocker
American swimmer.
- Leland Vittert
American journalist known for his work at Fox News and CNN.
- G. Willow Wilson
American journalist and author.
- Chris Duhon
American basketball player.
- Lien Huyghebaert
Belgian sprinter.
- Christopher Katongo
Zambian footballer.
- Michele Rugolo
Italian race car driver.
- Alexei Mikhnov
Ukrainian-born russian ice hockey player.
- Josh Kroeger
American baseball player.
- Andy Roddick
Athlete.
- G Wilson
American journalist and author.
- Jose Manuel Reina
Spanish footballer.
- Daniel Omielańczuk
- Michail Prakapenka
- Stephen Wellman
- Oscar Ahumada
Whose famous birthday is on August 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 31st:
![Richard Gere]()
Richard GereAmerican actor.
![Chris Tucker]()
Chris TuckerAmerican actor and comedian best known for his role in the Rush Hour film series.
![James Coburn]()
James CoburnAmerican actor, 6'2", slim and relaxed, with a variety of roles, from cowboy to master spy.
![Marcia Clark]()
Marcia ClarkAmerican lawyer who rose to prominence as the o.j.
![Itzhak Perlman]()
Itzhak PerlmanIsraeli-american violinist and conductor.
![William Saroyan]()
William SaroyanAmerican author of short stories, novels, and plays.
![Eldridge Cleaver]()
Eldridge CleaverAfro-american militant black activist from the '60s.
![Buddy Hackett]()
Buddy HackettAmerican comedian and actor (d. 2003).
![Arthur Godfrey]()
Arthur GodfreyAmerican entertainer.
![Richard Basehart]()
Richard BasehartAmerican stage actor who made his broadway debut in 1938.
August 31, 1982: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 41 years 7 months old,
or 499 months and 18 days old,
or 2172 weeks and 2 days old,
or 15206 days old,
if you were born on August 31, 1982.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 31, 1982?
There are 135 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 31, 1982?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 31, 1982.
August 31, 1982: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 31, 1982:
- Yury Kazakov
Yury Kazakov was a prominent Soviet short story writer, known for his lyrical and psychological stories.
- Albert Bergamelli
What famous deaths happened on August 31st?
Famous deaths on August 31st:
![Max Bygraves]()
Max BygravesBritish cockney comedian, actor and stage performer who grew into a great character star.
![David Farrar]()
David FarrarForest gate, england -- actor.
![Michael Constantine]()
Michael ConstantineGreek-american actor (b. 1927).
![Sally Rand]()
Sally RandHickory county, missouri -- stripper (fan dance).
![Charles Delaney]()
Charles DelaneyDies at 67.
- Charlot Baudelaire
Influential poet known for his symbolist style.
- John Bunyan
English preacher, theologian, and author (d. 1688).
- Leili Behbahani
Prominent Iranian poet known for her modernist poetry.
- Rockney Marciano
Legendary heavyweight boxer with an undefeated record.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 31st
August 31, 1982: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 31, 1982:
- Trinidad and Tobago - Independence Day (from Great Britain, 1962)
- Kyrgyzstan - Independence Day (from USSR, 1991)
- Malaysia - Hari Merdeka, a National Day (independence within the Commonwealth, 1957)
- Moldova: Day of Our Language (Limba Noastra)
- Calendar of Saints - Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne, San Abbondio, Saint Raymond Nonnatus
Observances on August 31, 1982:
- International Day for People of African Descent
August 31, 1982: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 31, 1982 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 30th and September 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 31, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 31, 1982 was Abracadabra by The Steve Miller Band, according to the music chart for the week August 30th and September 5th.
August 31, 1982: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 31, 1982 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 30th and September 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Steve Miller Band - Abracadabra
- Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger
- Chicago - Hard To Say I'm Sorry
- Fleetwood Mac - Hold Me
- Air Supply - Even The Nights Are Better
August 31, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 31, 1982 was Eye Of The Tiger by Survivor, according to the music chart for the week August 30th and September 5th.
August 31, 1982: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 31, 1982 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 30th and September 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger
- Duran Duran - Save A Prayer
- Dire Straits - Private Investigations
- Rocker's Revenge featuring Donnie Calvin - Walking On Sunshine
- Dexy's Midnight Runners With The Emerald Express - Come On Eileen
August 31, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 31, 1982 was Jump To It by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 30th and September 5th.
August 31, 1982: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 31, 1982 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 30th and September 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - Jump To It
- Zapp - Dance Floor (Part I)
- Ray Parker Jr. - Let Me Go
- Donna Summer - Love Is In Control (Finger On The Trigger)
- Grandmaster Flash - The Message
August 31, 1982: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 31, 1982 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
We of the Never Never
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Igor Auzins
Starring: Angela Punch McGregor, Arthur Dignam, Martin Vaughan, Lewis Fitz-Gerald
Smithereens
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Susan Seidelman
Starring: Susan Berman, Brad Rijn, Richard Hell, Nada Despotovich
Endangered Species
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Alan Rudolph
Starring: Robert Urich, JoBeth Williams, Paul Dooley, Hoyt Axton
Notturno
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Giorgio Bontempi
Starring: Tony Musante, Claudio Cassinelli, Omero Antonutti, Fiorenza Marchegiani
Country: Italy
Gian Burrasca
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Pier Francesco Pingitore
Starring: Mario Carotenuto, Marisa Merlini, Alvaro Vitali, Clara Colosimo, Gigi Reder, Gianfranco Barra, Enzo Robutti, Gisella Sofio, Toni Ucci, Diana Dei, Dino Emanuelli, Luca Sportelli
Country: Italy
August 31, 1982: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 31, 1982 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Faerie Tale Theatre
Release year: 1982
Starring: Shelley Duvall, John Achorn, Patrick DeSantis, David McCharen
Country: United States of America
The Agatha Christie Hour
Release year: 1982
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Gäster med gester
Release year: 1982
The Little Rascals
Release year: 1982
August 31, 1982: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 31, 1982 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Master of the Game
By: Sidney Sheldon
KATE BLACKWELL: Who is she? She is the symbol for success. A beautiful woman who turned her inheritance into an international conglomerate. She was awarded a special place among the rich and famous.
Indecent Exposure
By: David McClintick
It seemed at first like an embezzlement case when David Begelman (head of Columbia Pictures) was caught forging Cliff Robertson’s name on a $10,000 check.
Different Seasons
By: Stephen King
The Magical Pen of Stephen King and Four Mesmerizing Novellas Rita Hayworth, and the Shawshank Retribution"An unjustly imprisoned convict seeks strange and startling revenge...the basis of the Best Picture Academy Award
The Valley Of Horses
By: Jean M. Auel
This extraordinary journey into the distant past takes us back to the amazing mysteries of The Clan of the Cave Bear's exotic, primeval world, and to Ayla now a young, brave woman.
Life Extension
By: Durk Pearson and Sandy Shaw
Life Extension: A Practical Scientific Approach by Pearson, Durk, and Sandy Shaw
August 31, 1982: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 31, 1982 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Liberator
Journey to the Planets
Operation Sabotage
Penetrator
Journey Escape
Who was the US President on August 31, 1982?
On August 31, 1982 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 31, 1982?
On August 31, 1982 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 31, 1982?
On August 31, 1982 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 31st?
August 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on August 31st, such as:
- 2018 - War in donbass - alexander zakharchenko (leader of the self-proclaimed donetsk people's republic), is killed in an explosion at a cafe near donetsk.
- 2017 - Wells fargo account fraud scandal - wells fargo reports that an additional 1.4 million accounts were found to be fraudulent. this brings the total number of potentially fraudulent accounts to around 3.5 million.
- 2016 - After "proof" of two miracles, mother teresa of calcutta will be made a saint.
What happened in 1982?
1982 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Canada Constitution Act replaces British North America Act
- In accordance with Camp David, Israel completes Sinai withdrawal
- Yanks fire manager Bob Lemon and replaces him with Gene Michael
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What was the calendar for August 1982?
August 1982 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
